I'm Kristin R., the breeder behind Painted Canvas Farm located in Lamar, MO. Situated in rural southwest Missouri, Painted Canvas Farm is home to the Robertson's - Bryce, Kristin, Caleb, and Clayton. It is a childhood dream turned into a reality. The name, Painted Canvas Farm, came about as we viewed our spectacular surroundings. The tall mature oak trees, gently rolling hills, and freshwater springs are a perfect backdrop to our Australian Cattle Dogs. With the ever-changing seasons, it is truly like looking at a Painted Canvas. We have been ACD lovers for over 30 years and have been breeding quality registered ACDs for over 12 years. Our crew is health tested and bred to work. In addition to our heelers, we also employ livestock guardian dogs. Chuck Norris leads the pack. He is a dual registered CMDR/ARBA Colorado Mountain Dog. We have had no loss to predators with Chuck and his girls at the helm. We do occasionally have a litter of CMDs for sale. We are so blessed to be living this life.
Q. & A. with Kristin
Why did you start breeding?
We went looking for a quality working ACDs. It was hard to find in our area at that time. We found two - one for each of our boys. Friends and family wanted what we had. We decided to have "a litter". That was 13 years ago.
What makes your program special?
We stand behind our ACDs 100%. We breed for intelligence and conformation with workability and personality. You get a lifetime friend and a great co-worker when you purchase a Painted Canvas Farm dog.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Parsley
Went home
Female
Rosemary
Went home
Female
Basil
Went home
Male
Sage
Went home
Male
Thyme
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kristin
Kristin has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $450 - $750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppy deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristin may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Kristin offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Kristin directly.
Painted Canvas Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
All breeds
Australian Cattle Dog
Colorado Mountain Dog
Rascal, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Rascal
Rascal is a male Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristin decided to make him part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Swagger, mom
Colorado Mountain Dog
About Swagger
Swagger is a female Colorado Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Dally, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Dally
Dally is a female Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Virgil, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Virgil
Virgil is a male Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristin decided to make him part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Dyna, mom
Colorado Mountain Dog
About Dyna
Dyna is a female Colorado Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Chester, dad
Colorado Mountain Dog
About Chester
Chester is a male Colorado Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristin decided to make him part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Rossi, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Rossi
Rossi is a female Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Rein, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Rein
Rein is a female Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Chuck Norris, dad
Colorado Mountain Dog
About Chuck Norris
Chuck Norris is a male Colorado Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristin decided to make him part of their program. Kristin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Australian Cattle Dog
Colorado Mountain Dog
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Painted Canvas Farm reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Australian Cattle Dogs.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Profile, Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).